IGMC Shimla Doctors on Leave, PM Modi Informed Over Dr. Raghav's Dismissal

• Over 2800 resident doctors in Himachal Pradesh, including IGMC Shimla, took a one-day casual leave on Dec 26 in protest of Dr. Raghav's dismissal.
• Doctors demand immediate reinstatement of Dr. Raghav and security, threatening a full strike from Saturday if demands aren't met after meeting CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.
• Dr. Divyansh Singh of IGMC wrote to PM Modi, alleging improper investigation, hasty action, and a misleading viral video in the assault case.
• AIIMS Delhi doctors also protested, supporting Dr. Raghav and calling for his reinstatement, citing a cropped video damaged his image.
• Emergency services will remain unaffected during the one-day leave; police recorded statements from the patient and others.

Why It Matters: Doctors protest Dr. Raghav's dismissal, involving PM Modi and threatening strike, while ensuring emergency care.